Senior Living Dining Server - Compassionate Table Service

Cedarhurst Senior Living; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

GROW Points rewards

Skechers shoe discounts

Early paycheck access

Job summary

Cedarhurst Senior Living is seeking a Dining Server to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents and guests. You will support daily meal service, assist with events, and help maintain sanitary dining areas in a caring, resident-centered community.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to food-handling regulations, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits within a supportive organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Up to two years of prior experience preferred, with senior living experience strongly desired.
• Relevant state or county licensure preferred, with the ability to obtain licensure if required by the state in which employed.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, web-based platforms, electronic health record systems, and HR-related systems as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with catering, room service, special events, and marketing functions, ensuring smooth execution and resident satisfaction.
• Promptly take food and beverage orders and deliver service to residents and guests in a courteous, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area by washing pots, pans, and utensils used in meal preparation, following all food safety standards.
• Clear, sanitize, and reset tables; dispose of trash and clean containers; and complete daily checklists to ensure kitchen and dining areas are consistently maintained.
• Assist with cleaning dining areas, including floors, tables, and chairs after meals and events, and ensure sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping are completed at the end of each shift.
• Maintain knowledge of assigned responsibilities and adapt service to meet individual resident dining preferences and needs.
• Support cost-control efforts by minimizing waste and using supplies responsibly.
• Safely operate, maintain, and clean kitchen equipment and utensils in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of dining menus and effectively communicate menu details to residents and guests.
• Prepare and maintain table settings to meet Cedarhurst’s established dining standards and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Maintain current knowledge of food safety regulations and ensure full adherence to all food handling and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Basic math

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Word

Electronic health records

HR systems

Job description

Cedarhurst Senior Living is seeking a Dining Server to deliver exceptional dining experiences for residents and guests. You will support daily meal service, assist with events, and help maintain sanitary dining areas in a caring, resident-centered community.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to food-handling regulations, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits within a supportive organization.